Anthony Mason, Former New York Knicks Baller, Dies

According to reports, Anthony Mason, a 13-year NBA veteran has died. The 48-year-old, 6-foot-7 forward was diagnosed with congestive heart failure earlier this month. The baller is best known for helping the Knicks reach the 1994 NBA Finals and teamed with star players including Patrick Ewing, Charles Oakley and John Starks.

ESPN further reports that one of Mason’s sons told reporters earlier this week that his father was “getting better” following multiple heart surgeries.

Mason, who was honored with the league’s Sixth Man Award in the 1994-95 season, has also played with theÂ Charlotte Hornets,Â Milwaukee Bucks andÂ Miami Heat following his stint with the Knicks.Â In 1997, he earned third-teamÂ All-NBA and second-teamÂ NBA All-Defensive Team, and in 2001 was selected for the NBAÂ All-Star Game.

Many sports fans, friends and family have taken to the Web to express condolences and remember his legacy: